Campaspe Shire Mayor Ian Maddison discribed the local brigade as a "terrific group" who were "very active in the local Shire". He was very happy to pass on the community's thanks for the very important service provided by the brigade.

DCO Haynes congratulated all the award recipients and said Echuca Brigade looked healthy in terms of numbers, especially with female firefighters. He then spoke on his role in CFA and the challenges CFA faces in a changing enviroment.